2012 BMW 740li recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 BMW 740li; the most frequently affected component is power train — constant velocity joint. Owners filed 7 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 4 model years of this model in the database, 2012 ranks #1 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints7

Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Power train — Constant velocity jointCampaign 17V067000 · 02 Feb 2017

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 1 Series M Coupe and 135i Convertible vehicles, 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i, 335i, 335d, 335i Coupe, 335is Coupe, 335i Convertible, 335is Convertible, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535i Gran Turismo and 550i xDrive Gran Turismo vehicles and 2012 740i and 740Li vehicles. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.

Risk: If the CV joint breaks, the vehicle may have a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear driveshaft CV joint and, based on its production date, will replace it, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

What owners complain about

Share of the 5 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train3 · 60%

Engine1 · 20%

Suspension1 · 20%

Electronic stability control (esc)1 · 20%

Fuel/propulsion system1 · 20%

Firerelated1 · 20%

When complaints were filed

20171

20192

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20221

From owner complaints

Engine over heat, lost power in the middle of the road while crossing across the road. Got message saying this contact service center immediately.
Engine · Mar 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

While driving at the speed of 55 mph, a warning sounds (dings) as my car reads drive train malfunction and it reduces speed. It also says (reads) driving comfort restricted and it stops automatically as i'm driving.
Suspension · Oct 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw 740li. When the contact attempted to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated and then lunged forward. The failure occurred often. During the failure, the "power train malfunctioning" message appeared on the instrument panel. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not…
Power train · Mar 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

Drivetrain signal came on light in car started to turn on and off gearshift became real cold started to slow down only allow to go 50 mph
Power train · Jul 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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